Today was our last day in Paris…tomorrow afternoon we fly back to New York. We tried to make the most of our last day, and we savored every minute. The day started early and went until very late in the evening.
To be too honest, after a long trip, I’m too exhausted to make a “real” blog post this evening, but I will share a few thoughts and pictures from our last day, with some captions. We started the day at Notre Dame (we hadn’t been inside yet) and ended the day walking around the Tuilerie Gardens and the Louvre. Last night was a beautiful evening…and at 10:45PM there was still twilight. It will be a sad farewell tomorrow…this has been a great trip!
I’m sure my blog readers are a bit tired of seeing the insides of Cathedrals…but for me it never gets old. Each one is different and has it’s own style and personality. Notre Dame’s stained glass wasn’t the prettiest I’ve seen, but the sheer size of the Rose windows was amazing.
A quick walk across the Seine and we stopped at a cafe for a pick me up and a quick bite. This place had little creme puffs with different flavors. We tried cafe, chocolat and citron (lemon). My coffee one was one of the best bites I’ve ever had.
Walking the the Marias neighborhood, there are countless “Hotel Particuliers” which are 17th/18th century grand town houses for the aristocracy. They have been turned into museums, embassies, etc.
Musée Carnavalet, a museum about the history of Paris (and a former Hotel Particulier).
Late lunch at our favorite…the Place des Voges
We ended the day by taking Lena to the “fair” that is beside the Louvre, in the Tuilerie Gardens. We all rode a few rides and yes, I even got back on that ferris wheel, but got some amazing views of Paris lights.
And on that note….this travel blog will come to and end. It has been a truly wonderful trip. Paris is a beautiful, elegant, vibrant city full of grand architecture, delicious food and chic & reserved people. We will definitely be back.
I love the black and whites, especially the one of you and Josette outside the cafe. And I love the pics of cathedrals!!! Never tire of them. It is sad that your vaca and the blog has come to an end. Thanks again for sharing. Post on Facebook when you get home so that we will know you arrived safely.
Thank you for allowing me to visit Paris through your blog. It was an amazing trip! I would love to go with you if you go back. I will have to start saving money now.
I am depressed. I feel like I’m leaving Paris. Thank you for all your hard work in keeping us posted and entertained. What an amazing experience. You are a very fortunate family to be able to share such wonderful experiences. Now where are we going next?
Great Post. Lovely pictures and brings back so many memories of my 3 visits to Paris. Well done, Sir! Keep Traveling and sharing your thoughts, they are wonderful !!!!
A great, interesting description of your vacation – and your photographs represent one of the best collections that I have seen. Look forward to seeing more on future trips!
Thanks, Harley! What a nice compliment! We leave for Italy next Saturday…please take a look at my blog!